Leslie Charleson, the soap-opera legend who played Monica Quartermaine on 'General Hospital' starting in the 1970s, died Sunday. She was 79.

Leslie Charleson, who played Dr. Monica Bard Webber Quartermaine on General Hospital for over 45 years, has died at the age of 79. The fan favorite played out many memorable storylines over the years — here’s a look back at some of the ABC soap’s best Monica Quartermaine moments.

Soap Opera icon Leslie Charleson, who for decades played Monica Quartermaine on “General Hospital,” died Sunday morning after a long illness. She was 79. “It is with a heavy heart that I announce the passing of my dear friend and colleague,